Overview
The Rules Governing the National Register of Controllers Within the Kingdom Article 11 establishes the public verification mechanism for Controller registration.
It enables any member of the public to verify a Controller’s registration status through the registration certificate, without procedural barriers, in order to strengthen personal data protection and enhance trust in services provided by registered Controllers.
SDAIA's Official Text
The text below reproduces official PDPL law, regulation, or guideline issued by the Saudi Data & AI Authority, verified against the original SDAIA source. No changes or reinterpretation applied.
Article 11: Making Registration Certificate Available to the Public
The Competent Authority allows the public to verify the registration of Controllers in the national registry by reviewing the registration certificate and verifying its authenticity, without imposing any requirements. This measure is taken to protect personal data and enhance confidence in the services provided.
Plain-Language Explanation
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